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by cihilb
Thu Feb 01, 2024 1:40 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Radio doesn't work
Replies: 13
Views: 2739

Re: Radio doesn't work

So you've tried disconnecting the battery for 10 minutes? Pressed and held the audio button for a five seconds? Do the flashers work? It's the same fuse as the radio. If you have a voltmeter, you can check for voltage on both sides of the fuse. There should be little metal tabs on top of the fuse. D...
by cihilb
Thu Feb 01, 2024 10:43 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Radio doesn't work
Replies: 13
Views: 2739

Re: Radio doesn't work

make sure the A SEL button didn't get pushed accidently, and it is outside speakers. Changing the battery should have nothing to do with the radio not working, I would think. You said he checked the 15 A audio fuse and it is OK. Might try changing it anyway. Could be a slight crack that he can't se...
by cihilb
Mon Jan 29, 2024 1:09 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Radio doesn't work
Replies: 13
Views: 2739

Re: Radio doesn't work

Press and hold the audio button.
by cihilb
Sat Sep 09, 2023 9:22 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Front wheel warble sound
Replies: 9
Views: 1005

Re: Front wheel warble sound

Did you reinstall the front wheel according to the manual? Tighten right side pinch bolt and bounce the front end while holding the brake. Tighten left side pinch bolts. Check the clearance of the left rotor and caliper.
by cihilb
Fri Jul 07, 2023 8:36 pm
Forum: Goldwing Chat
Topic: login
Replies: 7
Views: 1193

Re: login

This is the only site I have a problem with. I have cleared cookies and cache. If it was a browser problem, it would happen on multiple sites. This started a couple of years ago. It's a site problem. It may hold the login for up to one day.
by cihilb
Fri Jul 07, 2023 7:24 pm
Forum: Goldwing Chat
Topic: login
Replies: 7
Views: 1193

login

I guess I stepped on the Admin toes. I complained about having to login every time I visit this site. Looks like my post mysteriously disappeared.
by cihilb
Mon Mar 20, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: 1st gen fog lights on a 2nd gen
Replies: 16
Views: 1897

Re: 1st gen fog lights on a 2nd gen

Hi, I'm wondering if the round Honda Fog lights for an 08 will fit on a 2015 which, has the rectangular openings. If they bolt up, are they centered in the rectangular open? Fog lamps for 2008 and 2015 carry different part #'s. So I'd say no. The difference in part number is because of the shape of...
by cihilb
Mon Mar 20, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: 1st gen fog lights on a 2nd gen
Replies: 16
Views: 1897

Re: 1st gen fog lights on a 2nd gen



Round lights, square hole. They fit. I have a set of pieces to fill the gap. The company that made them no longer offers them. Not enough demand. They actually did a run of the from drawings I sent them.
by cihilb
Wed Feb 24, 2021 9:58 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Motorcycle height
Replies: 5
Views: 1062

Re: Motorcycle height

newday777 wrote: Fri Feb 19, 2021 2:00 pm Put in Traxxion AK-20 fork cartridges and their rear shock and you will gain 3/4"-1" height.
Then you will have a bike that leans more on the sidestand.
by cihilb
Tue Feb 16, 2021 9:04 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: AM/FM Booster to fit a Goldwing GL1800
Replies: 13
Views: 1429

Re: AM/FM Booster to fit a Goldwing GL1800

If it is corrosion on the connectors, pick up a can of Deoxit D5. It will clean the connections and protect them from further corrosion.
Pricy, but works.
by cihilb
Sun Feb 14, 2021 12:27 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: heat on feet
Replies: 11
Views: 1568

Re: heat on feet

rick3015 wrote: Sat Feb 06, 2021 10:18 am I installed a pair of Baker Built foot wings and they made a huge difference in keeping my feet warm in cold weather.
I have then on my 2012. Makes a big difference with the foot vents open.
by cihilb
Sun Feb 14, 2021 12:23 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: heat on feet
Replies: 11
Views: 1568

Re: heat on feet

has any one had problem with heat on your feet from the motor Are you getting to much ... not enough ... is this a trike ??? And, what year is your Wing ??? His profile shows 2008. Depending on what model it may or may not have foot warmers. Look like the base model did not have them. He hasn't res...
by cihilb
Wed Feb 10, 2021 8:57 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: oil gear oil
Replies: 13
Views: 1913

Re: oil gear oil

I change the Final drive oil every engine oil change, which is every 10K Km, I put a manual pump in the oil bottle it takes less than 5 minutes. I use gear oil from Honda dealer. I know doesn't need to be changed so often but its not expensive and doesn't take too much time to do it. Do you keep a ...
by cihilb
Wed Feb 10, 2021 8:53 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: Reverse not always engaging
Replies: 17
Views: 2732

Re: Reverse not always engaging

bstig60 wrote: Wed Feb 10, 2021 2:50 pm Good job! However, instead of WD40, use some silicone lubricant.
My 2012 was doing the same thing. Sprayed it with some silicone lube and that fixed it.
by cihilb
Tue Feb 09, 2021 8:16 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: unstable rear after new tire installed
Replies: 17
Views: 3426

Re: unstable rear after new tire installed

I had the Shinkos on my 2012. I actually got them free at Americade for second place in the poker run. I had the same problem. Plus pulling out on wet roads the tire slipped a lot. Also the front tire wandered a lot. I had them on for one year and then trashed them. Worst tires I have ever used.
by cihilb
Tue Feb 09, 2021 8:06 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: heat on feet
Replies: 11
Views: 1568

Re: heat on feet

Are the foot warmer vents open? Of course you don't say if it's too much heat or not enough.
by cihilb
Tue Jan 26, 2021 5:16 pm
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: head wobble
Replies: 5
Views: 790

Re: head wobble

thank you sir. i will try all the things you mentioned Tightening the head bearings is an involved procedure. It is not hard, but it does take time and patience. You need to follow the procedure correctly. You will also need the proper socket/sockets to use on the castle nuts and a good torque wren...
by cihilb
Tue Jan 26, 2021 10:09 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: head wobble
Replies: 5
Views: 790

Re: head wobble

With only 11k miles, the steering head bearings should not be worn yet. I had this problem on my 2004. I re-torqued the steering head bearings and the problem disappeared. You can try increasing the front tire pressure to about 40 lbs. It may help. As far as the tires being good, a lot depends on th...
by cihilb
Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:56 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: AM/FM Booster to fit a Goldwing GL1800
Replies: 13
Views: 1429

Re: AM/FM Booster to fit a Goldwing GL1800

Check the ground strap on the antenna inside the trunk. Goes from the antenna mount to a screw on the bottom of the trunk. They have been know to break.


Adding an amplifier probably will not increase signal. The amps are mainly used to push a good signal through a longer cable.
by cihilb
Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:42 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: paint color
Replies: 3
Views: 592

Re: paint color

The only red color listed on the parts fiche is *R259P* (ILLUSION RED). Not a true red, but more iridescent. Changes color in different lighting conditions.
Look under the door for the gas cap. It will list the color codes.
by cihilb
Tue Nov 24, 2020 6:12 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: changing cam shafts
Replies: 9
Views: 1661

Re: changing cam shafts

BadBowTie wrote: Tue Nov 24, 2020 5:32 pm trailer full of camping gear. it does ok but i want more.
By the time you put that kind of money in a 1500, you could probably buy and 1800.
The 1500 has 100 HP and 110 lb ft of torque. The 1800 has 124 HP and 125 lb ft of torque.
My 1800 can pull the same Bunkhouse near anywhere in 5th gear.
by cihilb
Tue Nov 24, 2020 6:03 pm
Forum: GL1500 Information & Questions
Topic: changing cam shafts
Replies: 9
Views: 1661

Re: changing cam shafts

Hot Rod Lincoln, err... Goldwing! What's not to like about that. I do not recall ever seeing such an offering of revised camshafts. There are a couple variants of a "trigger wheel" that changes the ignition timing which may improve low end performance. There also is a service bulletin for...
by cihilb
Mon Nov 23, 2020 2:25 pm
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Reverse Lights
Replies: 19
Views: 9988

Re: Reverse Lights

I just tapped into the 1500's "R" lamp on the instrument panel to activate the LED panel. Since the reverse controller is under the trunk I found the wire connector under the seat and ran my wire to it. Does the 1800 have a reverse light or indicator? If not maybe the relay that controls ...
by cihilb
Mon Nov 23, 2020 11:26 am
Forum: GL1800 (2001-2017) Information & Questions
Topic: headlight adjuster/preload down
Replies: 10
Views: 1073

Re: headlight adjuster/preload down

I was told by a Honda dealer that the switch was not available separately, and I had to buy the complete panel, hence the price. Don't forget, I also live in Canada, where everything costs more, and nobody knows why. Thanks for your note. You could order it here: https://www.mrcycles.com/oemparts/a...
by cihilb
Mon Nov 23, 2020 10:43 am
Forum: Product Reviews
Topic: Reverse Lights
Replies: 19
Views: 9988

Re: Reverse Lights

Looks great. Would be nice to find a way to install then on an 1800.